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The Secret of Propylene Glycol Alginate LV

November 19, 2019Cole Whitney
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WTF – Propylene Glycol Alginate: Beverage Emulsions Extraordinaire

There’s something about getting just the right mouthfeel that can make or break a dairy-based beverage. Propylene Glycol Alginate (PGA) is traditionally used in the beer making process to stabilize a foamy head, but that barely taps its powerful emulsification properties. This week Scott and Janie explore PGA’s superior suspension properties and creamy taste. Watch as we demo a homemade Irish cream, and then turn said Irish cream into a scrumptious tres leches cake… on this week’s WTF

Product Links:
Propylene Glycol Alginate LV (PGA)

Recipe Link:
Home Made Irish Cream
Irish Cream Tres Leche Cake

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We Transform Food is a weekly series from Modernist Pantry exploring cool ingredients and gadgets that can help any chef transform food into more memorable experiences.

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